By: Karen Steinberg
Q) Your music is described as a mix of classical, EDM and folk, but how would you really define your sound?
A) Our sound comes from the meeting point between technology and emotion. We use electronic music as a language to express human feelings — dreams, fears, desires and transformations.
It’s music that speaks about our time, but with a deeply human soul.
Q) Who are some of your musical influences?
A) There are many influences. I would say David Bowie and Queen as absolute references for creative freedom and theatricality, then Pink Floyd and King Crimson for their sound and conceptual exploration.
As a singer, Freddie Mercury and Jeff Buckley remain my strongest models.
Q) Tell us the story behind “The Machine.”
A) “The Machine” tells the story of a humanity that builds its own cage. It’s about a society that lets itself be dominated by technology until its final destruction — a mechanical holocaust.
It’s not science fiction: it’s a metaphor for the present where humans become tools of their own creations.
The song is both a warning and a reflection: how far can we go before we lose ourselves?
Q) What do you think makes this song connect so strongly with listeners?
A) People feel that conflict inside themselves. We all live surrounded by technology and “The Machine” puts a mirror in front of us.
It’s an energetic song, but with a very human question at its core: are we still the ones in control or has the machine already taken over?
Q) How does the video reflect the message behind the song?
A) The video for “The Machine,” created with Kaiber, visually amplifies the central theme: a society obsessively conditioned by its relationship with technology, artificial intelligence and robots.
It shows the progression from fascination to dependence, and finally to destruction — an apocalyptic ending reminiscent of Terminator. It’s a mirror of our present.
Q) I love your song “Hidden Figures.” How did that track come to life and what is your songwriting process like?
A) Transhumanity was born from the idea of discussing, through music, the technological progress of humankind. We couldn’t miss a chapter dedicated to such a brilliant and underrated figure as Katherine Johnson.
We invited our talented friend, singer-songwriter Irene Buselli, to interpret her. From that the lyrics came first, followed by the music.
In general, Raffaella [Turbino] writes the lyrics and I work on the musical ideas together with Riccardo and Roberto — sometimes the words come first, sometimes the melody.
Q) Your album Transhumanity is out now. What themes do you explore on it?
A) Transhumanity explores the relationship between humans and technology — evolution, memory, artificial intelligence, the dream of immortality and the fear of losing one’s soul.
Each song shows a different perspective on this dialogue: “Ada,” “The Machine,” “Bombshell,” “Goodbye” — all fragments of a single journey.
Q) Roberto Tiranti handled production for the album. How much input do you have when it comes to production?
A) Roberto, besides being an incredible multi-instrumentalist, is a producer with rare sensitivity.
We give him complete freedom: we design the ideas, music and lyrics and he brings his musical wisdom, arrangements, and instruments.
Each song grows thanks to his vision and experience.
Q) What tracks hold a special place in your heart, and why?
A) “The Machine” and “Goodbye” are the most personal ones.
“The Machine” because it embodies the entire concept of Transhumanity: the fragile boundary between man and mechanism.
“Goodbye” because it speaks about transformation and loss — the silence that follows change.
Q) What do you hope listeners take away from this album?
A) I hope they feel inspired to reflect on who we are becoming — not only from a technological point of view but also a spiritual one.
If they feel both wonder and melancholy at the end, then we’ve achieved our goal: that’s the sound of Transhumanity.
Q) What are your favorite places to perform, and what makes them special?
A) At the moment, we haven’t performed live yet. We’re a rather particular group, very focused on narrative and visual aspects. But, in the future, we plan to organize some multimedia performances where music, visuals and storytelling merge into one experience.
Q) Which artists are you currently listening to, and why do you like them?
A) Lately I’ve been listening to several indie artists, especially Mitski, who I find incredibly intense and authentic. As a singer, my main inspiration remains Freddie Mercury and Jeff Buckley.
As a musician, I feel a strong connection with Pink Floyd, King Crimson and other great classics who turned music into a universal language.
Q) What would you like to say to everyone who supports you and your work?
A) Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Every listen, every message, every share means a lot to us. Keep dreaming, keep asking questions, and keep believing that imagination can still change reality.